The CM450E-82 was sold in 1982 and was available in one of two colors:
Candy Muse Red or Candy
Imperial Blue. The "CM450E" side cover decal was gold. The wheel had wire spokes. The front
brakes were
mechanical drum. There was no tachometer -- only a speedometer with a 85 mph (135 kph) limit.
The engine
color was silver. The engine was a 447cc SOHC 3-valve parallel twin linked to a 6-speed
transmission. The
serial number began JH2PC053*CM000008.

CM450E-83 was sold in 1983 and was available in one of two colors: Candy
Regal Brown or Black. The gas tank and side covers were 2-toned. The "450" side cover decal
was silver. The wheel had wire spokes. The front brakes were mechanical drum. There was no
tachometer -- only a speedometer with a 105 mph (170 kph) limit. The engine color was
black.Engine: Four-stroke, SOHC, 447cc, vertical twin with three-valve Pentroof
combustion chambersCarburetor: Dual 30mm constant velocityIgnition: solid state CDTransmission: 5-speed plus overdrive sixthSuspension: Five-way adjustable VHD rear shocksWheelbase: 1420mm (55.9 in.)Seat height: 765mm (30.1 in.)Fuel capacity: 13 liters (3.4 gal.)Dry weight: 171 kg (377.1 lb)
The serial number began JH2PC053*DM100001.